Inpatient Psych Unit Secretary - Per Diem, Rotating Shifts

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the Nursing Director and Unit Based Patient Care Team. You will perform a wide range of secretarial duties, coordinate unit procedures, manage calls, schedule tests, and maintain medical records to ensure efficient operation and quality patient care.

The role includes coordinating discharges, transfers, and admissions, assisting with unit projects, and ensuring effective communication across departments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree preferred.
• Experience in medical setting and familiarity with terminology is plus.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office are required.

Responsibilities

• Answer and triage unit phones; relay messages to appropriate staff.
• Maintain patient records and ensure accurate chart labeling.
• Schedule tests, appointments, and consultations as directed by physicians/RNs.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers to ensure smooth unit operations.
• Assist in coordinating unit supplies, equipment, and facility-related requests.
• Enter data and run routine reports in the hospital systems (Meditech).
• Collaborate with nursing and support staff to support patient care workflows.
• Provide a Safe, clean, and organized unit environment and adhere to CARE standards.
• Support patient and family needs with respectful, timely service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the Nursing Director and Unit Based Patient Care Team. You will perform a wide range of secretarial duties, coordinate unit procedures, manage calls, schedule tests, and maintain medical records to ensure efficient operation and quality patient care.

The role includes coordinating discharges, transfers, and admissions, assisting with unit projects, and ensuring effective communication across departments.